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“The most important benefit for seniors from exercise is not only that it can add years to your life, but it will also most certainly add life to your years.” Paula Todd, Registered Fitness Trainer & Older Adult Specialist, The Fitness Network Perhaps you’ve been trying to figure out what exercises are ideal for anyone […]
According to a study, 10 minutes of massage or relaxation can activate the body’s stress-reduction system. Despite the well-known negative effects of stress, our bodies have a built-in mechanism for controlling it and recovering from it. This system is called the parasympathetic nervous system (PSNS). Even while there is a great deal of anecdotal evidence that relaxing, […]
You did read that correctly! According to an article written on canberratimes.com.au, NASA scientists conducted a study of the fitness benefits of trampoline training. The researchers found that 10 minutes of strong rebounding burns more calories than 30 minutes of running, and that “rebound exercise is the most efficient, effective type of exercise yet created.” […]
Did you know? There are actually extra benefits to exercising in the cold winter air?! As we explored in our article on cold water swimming – the mix of exercise and cold water has proven to have a range of scientifically-backed benefits such as: a release of dopamine (the body’s feel good hormone), an increased […]
Squats. An integral part of any workout. Be it in a fitness class, at the gym, or basically any training regime. We’ve all done them to burn calories while strengthening the core and muscles in the lower body. And there are a wonderful number of variations. We also see kids squatting up and down as […]
According to Men’s Journal laughing exercises several muscles in your body, including the abdomen, back, shoulders, and 15 facial muscles. And laughing can actually enhance your workout! A recent study at Oxford University looked at the correlation between laughter and decreased pain threshold. The study found that laughter plays a vital role in raising […]
Are there health benefits of finding pleasure in eating? It sounds too good to be true! But the science backs it up. David Robson, author of “The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life”, speaks to a range of topics in the book, including how the mind and diet are connected. He believes […]
In busy times it is often our self-care, or ‘caring for ourselves’ routine that goes. We often think ‘oh i don’t have time for that today, there’s too much to do at work’, ‘it’s much more important to watch the news again’, or another reason pops up in our minds. It’s easy to do, and […]